Junior Procurement Coordinator

Qualco Group; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Hybrid/remote benefits and home office

Private health insurance

Gym and wellness facilities

Career and learning development

Job summary

Qualco Group is seeking a Junior Procurement Coordinator to assist the Procurement team in sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the role involves coordinating tender processes and ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, up to 2 years of procurement experience, and strong communication skills in English and Greek.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Up to 2 years in procurement or related functions is advantageous.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Fluency in Greek and English, both written and spoken, is required.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement activities and supplier management.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in sourcing and evaluating suppliers and service providers.
• Participate in tender processes (RFI/RFQ/RFP).
• Assist in negotiating pricing and terms under guidance.
• Support contract administration and supplier onboarding.
• Monitor requests and contracts to meet timelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Fluency in English and Greek

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Procurement software

Job description

We are Qualco Group, a leading fintech organisation with over 25 years of experience delivering innovative technology solutions to banks and financial institutions. Serving clients in over 30 countries, we leverage advanced technologies, such as AI and analytics, to develop proprietary software and platforms that accelerate digital transformation and generate lasting value for businesses, society, and the broader economy.

We are looking for a Junior Procurement Coordinator to support the Procurement team in ensuring efficient sourcing, supplier management, and procurement operations that contribute to the Group's business objectives and cost optimization initiatives.

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the role will support the execution of Qualco Groups procurement activities and collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure timely and effective procurement processes.

The role's responsibilities include:

• Support business units in identifying and managing procurement needs;
• Ensure that procurement activities are conducted in accordance with internal policies, governance standards, and regulatory requirements;
• Assist in sourcing and evaluating potential suppliers and service providers;
• Participate in tender processes (RFI, RFQ, RFP) in line with Group procurement policies;
• Support the evaluation of supplier proposals and commercial offers;
• Assist in negotiating pricing and commercial terms under the guidance of senior team members;
• Support contract administration and supplier onboarding activities;
• Monitor purchase requests, contracts, and procurement activities to ensure agreed timelines are met;
• Ensuring all activities are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, while supporting the continued implementation of the Group Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field;
• Up to 2 years of relevant professional experience in Procurement, Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Finance related functions will be considered an advantage;
• Good understanding of commercial and business concepts;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment;
• Knowledge in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel;
• Strong organizational skills and willingness to learn and develop within a corporate procurement environment;
• Fluency in Greek and English, both written and spoken;
• Familiarity with ERP or procurement systems/processes will be considered an asset.

Your Life @ Qualco Group

As a #Qmember, you will live out every day in a truly human-centred culture, based on mutual respect, trust, and cooperation. Your performance and commitment to our shared goals will be recognised, and there will be great opportunities to ensure your career growth.

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Your benefits

• Competitive compensation, ticket restaurant card, and annual bonus programs
• Cutting-edge IT equipment, mobile, and data plan
• Modern facilities, free coffee and beverages, and indoor parking
• Private health insurance, onsite occupational doctor, and workplace counselor
• Flexible working model, hybrid/remote benefits & home equipment benefits
• Onsite gym, wellness facilities, and ping pong room
• Career and talent development tools
• Mentoring, coaching, personalized annual learning and development plan
• Employee referral bonus, regular wellbeing, ESG, and volunteering activities

At Qualco Group, we value diversity and inclusivity. Your race, gender identity and expression, age ethnicity or disability make no difference in Qualco. We want to attract, develop, promote, and retain the best people based only on their ability and behavior.

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